Our expert wetland delineation services help to enable development while protecting sensitive natural resources.
We handle all tasks necessary for permit approvals including:
Wetland Delineations & Permitting
Land Use Feasibility Determinations
Shoreline Services
Mitigation Site Management
Expertise in Virginia's Coastal Plain
Our staff have extensive experience in the difficult wetland delineations in Virginia’s coastal plain.
Our track record of accurately locating the boundary between wetland and upland gives us a high approval rating with the US Army Corps of Engineers, the regulatory agency with final approval authority on wetland delineations.
Wetland Delineations and Land Use Feasibility
Stokes Environmental performs wetland delineations, land use feasibility determinations, wetland permitting, shoreline services, and mitigation site location, planning, and construction and monitoring. We handle all tasks necessary for permit approvals, ensuring a seamless process.
Comprehensive Wetland Permitting
Stokes Environmental obtains wetland permits of all types, including tidal wetland, non-tidal adjacent wetland, headwaters wetland, and isolated wetland impacts. We navigate the permitting process for each category through appropriate agencies, addressing their unique challenges and mitigation requirements effectively.
Mitigation Site Planning and Operation
SEA has researched and cataloged wetland mitigation options and availability within the coastal plain of Virginia to find the best mitigation alternatives for our clients. We collaborate with area mitigation banks servicing the drainage basins throughout the state. Where available, we locate restoration and preservation sites for our clients’ specific projects. We have established multiple mitigation banks to service the Lower James River and southern watersheds of eastern Virginia.
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas and Resource Protection Areas
Stokes Environmental delineates Chesapeake Bay Preservation Areas (CBPA) and Resource Protection Areas (RPA), which are regulated by each locality. Our staff is experienced with the specific requirements of each locality, determining the location of RPAs at project sites. This enables landowners to identify feasible building locations on their property.
Shoreline Services
Our shoreline services encompass a wide range of expertise aimed at preserving and enhancing coastal environments. We conduct thorough shoreline and beach erosion analysis to understand and address the factors contributing to land loss and habitat degradation. Our team provides assistance with obtaining necessary permits for the construction and maintenance of piers, bulkheads, and breakwaters, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations.
We specialize in the design of effective shoreline erosion controls, tailored to meet the specific needs of each location. Additionally, we offer detailed riparian rights analysis, based on the determination of mean low water and mean high water marks, as well as jurisdictional wetland boundaries. This ensures that property owners fully understand their rights and responsibilities concerning water access and usage.
